Plentywood is a city in Sheridan County, Montana, serving as its county seat. The city's population in 2026 is estimated to be 1,605, reflecting a current annual decline of -0.62%. It is located in the northeastern corner of Montana. The name "Plentywood" is said to have originated from a cowboy's exclamation that there was "plenty wood" near a local creek.
Plentywood is known as a trading center for the surrounding agricultural area, with an economy recently boosted by oil exploration. The median household income is $68,438, and the median age is 49.2 years. Local attractions include the Sheridan County Museum and Civic Center, which showcase the area's history. Brush Lake State Park and Medicine Lake National Wildlife Refuge are also located near Plentywood. A Family Dollar store, newly leased, opened in Plentywood in 2020. The median home sale price is $165,000.
